Adventist Health Delano
Medicare-certified1401 GARCES HWY, Delano, CA 93215
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State licensedAssisted Living
Positive Directions #9
Delano, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 3, 2026, 11 citations since 2022
About Positive Directions #9
Positive Directions #9 brings personalized assisted living to Delano, California with a focus on maintaining independence while providing the support seniors need. Our caring team understands that every resident deserves dignity, comfort, and meaningful daily connections in their next chapter.
Community at a glance
Capacity
4 residents
State license
#157203358, Licensed
Location
Delano, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
329 El Camino Drive, Delano, California 93215
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Positive Directions #9. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Positive Directions #9 on August 3, 2026.
Since June 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 2 complaint visits and 7 other visits.
Inspectors issued 8 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 2 complaints, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Aug 3, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
8
Type B citations
3
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 7 | 8 | 3 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Aug 3, 2026, Aug 19, 2025, Jun 18, 2024, Aug 15, 2023, Jun 20, 2022.
Complaints
- August 15, 20231 unsubstantiated
- March 7, 20231 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 157203358
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 4 residents
- Licensed since
- June 12, 2006
- Licensee
- Positive Directions, Inc.
- Administrator
- Maria Ortiz
Location
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329 El Camino DriveDelano, CA 93215
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Positive Directions #9 had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Positive Directions #9 8 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations since June 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Positive Directions #9 last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 3, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Positive Directions #9?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since June 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 2 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.